The minimum age for a solo flight as a student pilot in the United States is 16 years old. However, to obtain a Private Pilot Certificate, you must be at least 17 years old.
For student pilots, the age requirement for solo flight is as follows:
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Student Pilot Solo Flight: You must be at least 16 years old to fly solo as a student pilot.
For private pilots:
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Private Pilot Certificate: You must be at least 17 years old to receive a private pilot certificate, but you can still fly solo before obtaining the certificate if you meet the other requirements.
So, to summarize:
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Solo flight (student pilot): Minimum age of 16 years old.
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Private pilot certificate: Minimum age of 17 years old.
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